Railroads Online Pulls Into The Station Next Week on Consoles and PC

Written by Brandon Hofer on November 28, 2024

News: A new game that challenges players to build a successful railroad network is almost here just in time for the holiday season.

Astragon Entertainment and developer Stefan Kelnberger have revealed that Railroads Online will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S beginning on December 5. Players can then create the railroad network of their dreams alone or in a multiplayer session in four different game worlds, seen in the new trailer that was released today.

In Railroads Online, you are invited to develop your very own railroads by exploring fascinating sandbox open worlds. As a railway pioneer, your goal is to connect industrial chains with rail networks, transporting goods and raw materials across diverse terrains. The unique topography and allocation of industries of each environment require careful planning, both in construction and navigation and are showcased in detail in today’s trailer.

Pine Valley - Pine Valley embodies the vast and untamed beauty of the North American wilderness during the early railway era. Its lush forests, towering mountains, and deep canyons create a diverse and challenging landscape for aspiring railroad builders.

Lake Valley - Lake Valley is also inspired by North American scenery, features iconic mountain ranges and a sprawling lake at the heart of the map. This central landmark plays a significant role in shaping your railway network.

Aurora Falls - Aurora Falls offers a breathtaking winter wonderland. Snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear mountain lakes, and dense coniferous forests define this frosty environment, complete with the magical glow of the aurora borealis.

A brand-new map showcased in the trailer: Mesa Plains delivers a fresh, arid desert setting where players travel through vast desert plains, narrow canyons and along a stunning shoreline. A major highlight of this map is the unique integration of pre-placed tunnels and a pier for unloading goods. Mesa Plains will launch alongside the full PC version on Steam, with console players receiving the map in a future patch.

Railroads Online will be released digitally on December 5, for PlayStation5, and Xbox Series X|S at a price of 39.99€ / $39.99 USD (SRP) or a regional equivalent. The game is available for PC as a full version at a price of 34.99€ / $34.99 USD (SRP). The Pioneer DLC will be available separately for all platforms for 2.99€ / 2.99$ (SRP). Players who own the Steam Early Access version of the game will receive the Pioneer DLC for free.

On February 27, 2025, Railroads Online – Pioneer Edition for PlayStation 5 will be released in retail in selected countries. The retail exclusive Pioneer Edition contains the base game as well as the Pioneer DLC and will cost 39,99$ / 39,99€ (SRP).

In Railroads Online, players create the railroad network of their dreams alone or in a multiplayer with up to 16 players. In a large open game world, rails, switches, and stations must be built to transport different goods in authentic locomotives. The game uses the advanced physics systems of the Unreal Engine to create the most authentic railroad simulation possible, rendering collisions and forces dynamically in real time for maximum immersion.

Key features include:

Open sandbox game world to explore

Online multiplayer mode with up to 16 players

Build your own railroad infrastructure, including tracks, switches, stations and more

Authentic, detailed locomotives and equipment

Realistic railroad physics system and operation of locomotive controls, valves, brakes and equipment

Earn money by transporting goods to develop your own business and buy more locomotives, cars and equipment

Customizable locomotives and cars

Check out the aforementioned trailer and tell us what you think. Will you play Railroads Online?